German Word · Intermediate
schmücken
to adorn, to decorate
Pronunciation: /ˈʃmʏkŋ̩/
Meaning
to adorn, to decorate
Example
Die Hauptfassade war mit einem griechischen Giebel und dorischen Säulen geschmückt worden, […]
The main facade had been decorated with a Greek gable and Doric columns, […]
Practice tips
- Practice schmücken out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.